Lac-Supérieur is a charming municipality nestled in the Laurentides region of Quebec, Canada. This picturesque community is part of the Les Laurentides Regional County Municipality and is named after the majestic Lake Superior (Lac Supérieur). The lake, located in the Laurentian Mountains, is due east of the renowned Mont Tremblant Resort. The community of Lac-Supérieur is situated just south of the lake, which is surrounded by quaint cottages. The northern part of the municipality, largely undeveloped, forms part of the Mont-Tremblant National Park.
The municipality of Lac-Supérieur was established in 1881 and was initially named Wolfe, in honor of British General James Wolfe. The first settlers were Canadians returning from California and the western United States. In 1944, the municipality underwent a name change to Saint-Faustin, which was the name of the parish founded in 1878 in what is now part of Mont-Blanc. In 1957, it was renamed once again to its current name, Lac-Supérieur, a designation that had previously been assigned to the post office which opened in 1913.
The population of Lac-Supérieur has seen a steady increase over the years. In 2011, the population was 1892, marking an 8.4% increase from 2006. The population in 2006 was 1745, up from 1439 in 2001, 1199 in 1996, and 952 in 1991. The number of private dwellings occupied by usual residents was 872, out of a total of 1654 dwellings.
The linguistic composition of Lac-Supérieur is predominantly French-speaking, with 95% of the population reporting French as their first language. English is the first language for 4.5% of the population, while 0.5% reported both English and French as their first language. No residents reported another language as their first language.
Lac-Supérieur, Quebec, with its rich history and stunning natural beauty, offers a unique blend of tranquility and adventure for residents and visitors alike.
